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Don't miss the opportunity to connect with more than 200 senior business leaders and influencers from across the Cumbria and North West business community from manufacturing, engineering, nuclear and energy, leisure and tourism, agriculture, utilities, transport and education. Also, in attendance are key political, civic and media representatives from the region.

This year we welcome Carolyn Fairbairn, CBI Director General, who joins us at a critical juncture for the economy and the country. Carolyn joined the CBI as Director-General in November 2015. Her career spans a range of leadership roles in business, media and government, with particular experience in the finance and broadcasting sectors.

The evening will commence with a drinks reception from 18:30, followed by dinner and entertainment at 19:15.

Why attend?

Hear the latest intelligence from Westminster and Brussels on the day before the UK is due to leave the European Union. Hear the CBI’s response first!

Catch up with fellow business leaders and colleagues, or build more valuable connections with your clients, as we introduce you to the best of Cumbria business, and address the key issues affecting our future.

Enjoy the finest hospitality – the ticket cost includes a drinks reception, followed by a three-course dinner with wine

Each of the previous years have sold out, so this highlights the popularity of the event!

Limited tickets remaining...

You can buy a table of 10, small group or individual tickets - from £150 + vat

The ticket price includes a champagne networking reception, followed by a four-course dinner with wine. Dress code - black tie

For general enquiries, please contact lindi.wooding@cbi.org.uk or call Lindi on 07469155308

Guest information, including details of guest speaker and attendees will be circulated one week before the event date.

For those who have booked multiple tickets, please provide the 'name + organisation' of your guests BEFORE 10th March